Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone are set to share screen space once again in King, with the film’s team preparing for an elaborate song sequence in Mumbai from October 26. According to a report by Variety India, the song will feature the film’s cast and will be choreographed by Vaibhavi Merchant. Preparations for the shoot are reportedly underway, with the sequence expected to be filmed over a week.
The upcoming schedule has generated interest among fans, as it brings Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone together for another major musical moment. Although earlier reports indicated that the makers were considering South Africa as the location for the shoot, the latest update suggests that the sequence will be filmed in Mumbai instead.
Vaibhavi Merchant to Choreograph the Special Song
The song will mark another professional collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant. The two have previously worked together on several projects, including Jawan. Their association on King will further extend their long-standing working relationship.
The sequence is expected to be a significant part of the film, with the makers reportedly planning an elaborate shoot involving multiple cast members. Further details about the song, including its music, visual treatment and other performers, have not yet been officially announced.
Deepika Padukone Returns to the Sets of ‘King’
The upcoming schedule will also mark Deepika Padukone’s return to filming after the birth of her second daughter, Devi Padukone Singh, with husband Ranveer Singh. Her reunion with Shah Rukh Khan has added to the excitement surrounding the project, particularly given the duo’s successful history on screen.
King will mark the sixth film collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. The pair previously appeared together in Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express, Happy New Year, Pathaan and Jawan. Their on-screen chemistry has been a major highlight of their previous collaborations, making their next outing one of the anticipated aspects of the upcoming action entertainer.
Shah Rukh Khan Leads an Ensemble Cast
Directed and co-written by Siddharth Anand, King features an extensive ensemble cast that includes Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi and Raghav Juyal, alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. Abhay Verma is also associated with the project.
The film is backed by Gauri Khan, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand under the banners of Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures. With its star-studded lineup and action-oriented premise, the film is shaping up to be one of the major Hindi theatrical releases of the year.
‘King’ Set for Christmas 2026 Release
King is scheduled to arrive in cinemas during the Christmas 2026 window. Its release is expected to coincide with a competitive period at the global box office, with major Hollywood titles such as Jumanji, Avengers: Doomsday and Dune 3 also featuring in the anticipated holiday-season lineup.
As production continues, the upcoming Mumbai song schedule represents another key development for the film. With Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone reuniting under Siddharth Anand’s direction, expectations around King continue to build ahead of its planned theatrical release.
